'25 Texas State Transfer RB Ismail Mahdi (Arizona)

[Blake25p]

If he was bigger than 180, he would probably be the starter next year.

At his size, he’s at most a gadget type player. This isn’t a knock on us but we wouldn’t do his skill set justice at RB.

Need someone with a little size.

Russell would be perfect but too much drama

 

[bigl3327]

So are we rotating primarily Bishop and Lewis next season? Would a guy who is set on starting somewhere be happy with that situation?

There were rumors of Bishop potentially hitting the portal at one point. Even if he's doesn't, we're one early season injury away from being in big trouble in the RB room.

 

[Batman1948]

I hope he can pass protect against 230 pound linebackers.

At 185 lbs, that's a big chore----that's how you get the QB leveled

 

[ChrisVFL]

Started Dynasty on CF25 with Texas st , won a Heisman and Natty with him lmao I’d say he’s a good take

 

[Jackcrevol]

so Mahdi we get this guy?

 

[CAVPUT]

Honestly, I don't see the need. With what we have returning along with the incoming HS recruits, do we really need another RB from the portal?

 

[NighthawkVol]

Honestly, I don't see the need. With what we have returning along with the incoming HS recruits, do we really need another RB from the portal?

You done stepped in it now!

 

[tnhunter 10]

I thought he was no longer visiting?

 

[RandomUTfan]

Started Dynasty on CF25 with Texas st , won a Heisman and Natty with him lmao I’d say he’s a good take

Obviously this is Scientific.

 

[DrTNT]

He’s electric but pretty undersized. Listed at 5’9, 185.

Put on just 15 pounds: would be same size as Barry Sanders during NFL career…

 

[FanDude]

Sampson left it all on the field, in every game. I remember being excited during his recruitment. As much as I would love him to be with this team another year, I expect him to move to the next level, NFL. He's the best. Wish him all of the success he so well deserves.

 

[Hairy Vols]

If he was bigger than 180, he would probably be the starter next year.

At his size, he’s at most a gadget type player. This isn’t a knock on us but we wouldn’t do his skill set justice at RB.

Need someone with a little size.

Strongly disagree. If anything Heupel is more than willing to play to whatever our strengths may be when it comes to talent.

Hes aware enough to know you play to your talent. Example, Heupel would have turned AK into a Heisman contender.

 

[AllVol11717]

Strongly disagree. If anything Heupel is more than willing to play to whatever our strengths may be when it comes to talent.

Hes aware enough to know you play to your talent. Example, Heupel would have turned AK into a Heisman contender.

I don’t necessarily disagree with your point, but you can’t just cite a hypothetical situation as an example

 

[BigOrangeTrain]

Honestly, I don't see the need. With what we have returning along with the incoming HS recruits, do we really need another RB from the portal?

What’s wrong with competition?

 

[SoilVol]

Dascoop said Mahdi canceled his visit

 

[Hairy Vols]

I don’t necessarily disagree with your point, but you can’t just cite a hypothetical situation as an example

Okay then let’s look how the offense has changed every year to match personnel. He doesn’t attempt to stick a player in a spot they can’t thrive.

Our strength is Sampson this year so we played into that. I think that proves the hypothetical would be a strong possibility based on the evidence of the games we have laid out before us while he has been the head coach at Tennessee.

UCF for example, he had a non-running QB and tailored the offense for him. This is what good coaches do and it’s what Heupel does.

 

[HoleInTheRoof]

 

[CAVPUT]

You done stepped in it now!

 

[CAVPUT]

What’s wrong with competition?

Nothing. Just a matter of need vs roster spots/funds available.

 

[Volnut]

Too small, didn't want!

 

[MarcoVol]

To AZ? What a stud